National Philoptochos Society
President Skeadas'
Haitian Relief Fund Letter
Dear National Board Members, Chapter Presidents and Members of the Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos Society,
It is with great sadness we learned of the loss of human life and devastating destruction following the earthquake of magnitude 7.0 that hit Haiti on January 12, 2010.
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Mission Statement
"To promote charitable, benevolent and philanthropic outreach, to preserve the sanctity of life and family, and to perpetuate and to promote our Orthodox faith and traditions."
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President's Corner
National Philoptochos President Aphrodite Skeadas announces that as of November 2009 the National Philoptochos is renewing its commitment to support our troops overseas and encourages all Philoptochos Chapters to join in sending packages to the troops.
Vasilopita 2010
JANUARY IS IMPORTANT MONTH FOR THE PHILOPTOCHOS CHAPTERS NATIONWIDE AS THEY SEEK SUPPORT FOR TWO CRITICAL MINISTRIES: SAINT BASIL ACADEMY AND SOCIAL SERVICES.
Philoptochos Chapters throughout the country hold the annual Vasilopita to raise funds for the life-changing ministry at Saint Basil Academy and also demonstrate strong monetary support for the Department of Social Services that daily meets the ever-increasing needs of those seeking assistance.
National Philoptochos President Aphrodite Skeadas offered the following: “The National Philoptochos Society is grateful to all its members, the Philoptochos Chapter Presidents and Boards and the Parish communities for their continued support of the National Philoptochos ministries and asks that we all begin the New Year 2010 by renewing our commitment to offer our time, talent and treasure so that Philoptochos may experience a banner year in support of Saint Basil Academy, the Department of Social Services and all Philoptochos programs.” -->
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National Philoptochos New Office Location and Contact Information
Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos Society
7 West 55th Street
7th Floor
New York, New York 10019
Phone: 212.977.7770
Fax: 212.977.7784
E-mail: philosny@aol.com
Airlift Supported by Orthodox Christians Arrives in Haiti
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Latest News
National Philoptochos President Aphrodite Skeadas announced that the National Philoptochos Society responded immediately to the appeal of His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios with $20,000 in aid from the National Philoptochos Society’s Emergency Fund.
In a letter to the National Philoptochos throughout the country President Skeadas stated,”It is with great sadness we learned of the loss of human life and devastating destruction following the earthquake of magnitude 7.0 that hit Haiti on January 12, 2010.”
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The Twelfth National Philoptochos Children’s Medical Fund Luncheon, was held on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009 at the Boca Raton Resort in Boca Raton, Fla. with over 500 people in attendance from throughout the United States.
The event entitled “Let Us Rejoice and Embrace the Children,” was organized by the National Philoptochos and the Metropolis of Atlanta Philoptochos under the high patronage of His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios of America and with the spiritual blessings of His Eminence Metropolitan Alexios of Atlanta.
At the luncheon, National Philoptochos President Aphrodite Skeadas presented donations totaling $184,353 to area hospitals and programs. To see full Press Release click on -->
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Give a Gift -- Support Social Services
National Philoptochos issues new bracelet that makes a wonderful gift during this special season of giving. All proceeds support the Social Services department to help meet the great demand for assistance occurring in this difficult economic environment.
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Local Philoptochos Chapter Harnesses Parish Support to Respond to Haiti Relief Appeal
